Who is eligible to apply for a Social Security Number?

• F-1 students with a job offer letter and/or work permission
• J-1 students with a job offer and work permission from their DS-2019 sponsor
• J-1 visiting scholars
• J-2 dependents with work permission from USCIS (EAD)
• Individuals with other types of nonimmigration status allowing employment

Note: F-2 dependents are not eligible for Social Security Numbers.

An SSN is issued once per lifetime. If you have previously had an SSN, but do not have the card or do not remember the number, you can apply for a duplicate card if you meet the eligibility requirements above.